We had a deeply disappointing experience with Crowley and Cummings during our recent home purchase…read more While they were supposed to represent our interests, we ended up doing much of the work ourselves -- and paying thousands for the seller's breach of contract. Several terms of the purchase and sale agreement were not met by the seller, and instead of holding the seller or their attorney accountable, Crowley and Cummings left us to manage the situation ourselves. We -- not our legal team -- had to chase down the seller's contractors, contact the town to confirm permits, and follow up to ensure things were completed before closing. There were also mistakes in the financial transfers. Despite giving clear instructions on how our sale proceeds were to be wired (and even connecting their accountant with our lender), those instructions were ignored. The money was disbursed incorrectly and we were hit with bank fees. The most egregious issue involved a backyard filled with debris, including a toilet and rotting doghouse, which the seller was contractually obligated to remove. Not only was it not removed by closing, but we were told she had 30 days post-closing. She still didn't follow through. We were advised to hire junk removal and told it would be paid from escrow. But the attorney hadn't held back enough, so we were stuck paying the remainder -- for something the seller was supposed to do. In every one of these situations -- from contractor follow-ups to junk removal -- my husband and I did all the legwork, while the firm's response was essentially, "Yes, that's frustrating." In the end, we've spent nearly $5,000 cleaning up after the seller's failure to uphold the agreement -- and Crowley and Cummings failed to back us up. If you want a real estate law firm that will truly advocate for you and enforce the contract, I'd strongly suggest looking elsewhere.

Awful, simply awful. hard to work with. they don't return phone calls, or answer emails. Watch…read moreout for Schwartz in particular. He was rude, disdainful, too good to talk with us even though we are the clients. He was off onto his next deal without bothering to fix the mistakes he and his staff had made again and again.

I closed on a condo in Somerville in just 14 days from the accepted offer to keys in hand. David…read morewas responsive at every step -- emails and questions answered the same day, often within the hour. What stood out most was how he protected my interests. He caught errors in the deed before closing and required the sellers to reissue it before we'd proceed. That's exactly what you want from a closing attorney: Straightforward, competent, responsive, and no surprises. I would absolutely use him again.

I spoke to David on one of the "edge-case" issue that I have had. He was understanding and kind…read morewhen articulating about my issue. He had great patience to listen to all the intricate details of the case, which is something that is hard to find nowadays. I felt a lot of calm and peace after having spoken with David.

Stephanie is extremely competent in her role as a real estate attorney. In this competitive market,…read moreyou want to do everything within your power to ensure you're maximizing the law to your benefit. A bad decision would not to have an attorney representing you when either buying or selling a property. A good decision would be to work with Stephanie. There are so many issues that could come up when either buying or selling. While being fiercely competitive, Stephanie is friendly and warm, all qualities important when representing a client. Thank you Stephanie for your help with my real-estate issues.

quality & qualified in ger craft of division etc.. really down to earth and cordial. a bit on the…read morereasoning & remember she has to ear her salary & expenses. good for her all.

Attorney Michael Kraft was excellent at answering my preliminary questions. Knowledgeable on the…read moresubject we were discussing (employment stock option questions) and frank about the possible local laws that could affect what I was investigating. My initial consultation gave me enough information to make an informed decision on whether I wanted to proceed or not. I highly recommend Attorney Kraft for his honesty, integrity, and knowledge.

From the owner: Contact my office, Kraft Law Firm, today to schedule a free consultation.read more

We recently closed on our new home, and working with Derek at Hornung & Scimone PC was truly one of…read morethe best parts of the entire process. From start to finish, he was incredibly responsive, personable, and genuinely invested in making everything go smoothly for us. What really stood out was how Derek managed to turn what can often be a stressful experience into something easy, clear, and even fun. He answered every question quickly, explained everything in a way that made sense, and made us feel completely taken care of. His professionalism and upbeat attitude gave us total confidence throughout the closing. If you're buying a home and want someone who's not only excellent at what they do but also a pleasure to work with, Derek is the guy you want in your corner. Couldn't recommend him more!

This is the third time we've worked with David Scimone and his team at Hornung & Scimone. Everyone…read morefrom the receptionist to the paralegals and the attorneys (especially Derek Ashe) have been fantastic. Have already recommended them to others and will do the same here. They're courteous, easy to work with, always available, detailed oriented, and they don't spew a lot of legalese at you... exactly what you want in a law firm. Could not recommend them highly enough for all your Real Estate law needs

I was very impressed by the level of care and service I received from Hillary and Nick at The Law…read moreOffice of David Rocheford. When I called with a title issue concern, Hillary took detailed notes to fully understand the situation. Within minutes, Nick had called me back, thanks to Hillary's thorough notes getting him up to speed quickly on the specifics of my issue. Nick took the time to answer all of my questions and address my concerns regarding the title. He didn't rush through the call and even offered helpful advice beyond just addressing the technical legal aspects. It's so rare for a law firm to provide this level of personalized, prompt attention. Most attorneys keep clients waiting for callbacks or rushing through discussions. I can see now why The Law Office of David Rocheford has such glowing reviews. The attention to detail that Hillary showed in properly noting my issue paid off in Nick's ability to represent me quickly and effectively right off the bat. They obviously work as a seamless team dedicated to customer service, not just pushing cases through. I would highly recommend this law firm to anyone needing title or real estate legal help. The level of care they showed me is exceptional in this field.

I don't usually use attorneys that often, but if an attorney is needed I could recommend this law…read moreoffice enough. I always pride myself in responding quickly to emails and calls but I was in awe of how fast paralegal Robert Heckman would respond to us. We sold our house a couple months ago and then did a two part land swap with neighbors and my folks, and both transactions were seamless, including coming in to sign paperwork. In short, if you need a law office that is responsive and attentive to detail, definitely consider them!

As first-time homebuyers, we were incredibly fortunate to have David as our real estate attorney…read more He guided us through every step of the process with clarity and confidence, and was consistently the one person we could count on to answer our questions and keep us informed. David was always communicative, responsive, and clearly had our best interests at heart. My wife and I tend to worry, and one moment that really stood out was when he took the time to get on a call with us at 9PM to walk us through a last-minute issue. That level of dedication meant the world to us. Thanks to David, what could have been a stressful experience ended up feeling smooth and manageable. We truly cannot recommend him highly enough.

I went through a long (3+ year) separation as a defendant/father in a divorce proceeding. My ex…read moreused every dirty trick in the book to try to gain leverage in the divorce, and in the beginning she had me on my heels. I consulted with 5 different attorneys and worked with three during my separation. Attorney Flashenburg, and his paralegal Christine, were by far the most competent and patient attorneys I consulted with. In the end, they were instrumental to getting me a divorce agreement that was fair on all levels (financial, custody/parenting plan) and got me all the "must haves" I wanted to see in the agreement. I would highly recommend Attorney Flashenburg and Christine for anyone going through a divorce.

Great communication and very professional. Highly recommend Claire and her associates!read more

The closing attorney was professional and polite. I wanted to meet before working hours and…read moreeverything was accommodated to my request. It took only a few weeks to get everything in order and the refinance was smooth and efficient. I highly recommend this firm.

I would not recommend Timson to handle any legal services. A family member used him years ago and…read morementioned he was disorganized and hard to get a hold of. When I contacted him recently he was repeatedly unavailable and evasive. This person will only waste your time, and you will not use his services anyhow. Save yourself time by calling any other lawyer instead.

From the owner: When you need legal representation you cannot afford to simply settle for just any law firm. You…read moreneed a law firm supported by years of legal experience. A firm that will take the time necessary to learn about you and your needs. A firm that will protect your rights and fight for your compensation. Law Offices of Christopher G. Timson, PC.: Our law firm represents clients throughout all of Eastern Massachusetts in a wide variety of cases, including Personal Injury, Real Estate Law, Corporate Law and Wills and Estates.